Capac Expo Hábitat 2026 opened in Panama with more than 300 housing projects on display, highlighting the strength of the country’s real estate sector. The annual fair remains a major showcase for private development and construction activity.
Davivienda is strengthening its mortgage strategy in Panama, signaling a push to attract home buyers with more competitive financing. The move highlights the importance of housing credit in the country’s banking and real estate markets.
Panama has opened its first cyber monitoring center as part of a broader effort to respond to hacking threats. The new initiative underscores the growing importance of cybersecurity for government and private-sector operations.
Ángela Russo has been elected Panama’s Ombudsperson for 2026-2031 after a tense Assembly vote shaped by shifting political alliances. The result puts a key human-rights institution under new leadership amid broader legislative maneuvering.
Tomato prices are rising in Panama City’s San Felipe Neri market as fuel costs increase the expense of transporting produce. The change is putting more pressure on household budgets and local vendors.
Municipalities in Panama are increasingly partnering with private companies to fund education, culture, and public-space projects. The model is gaining importance as local governments look for ways to expand community services and social impact.
A student’s body was found in Ngäbe Buglé after he was swept away by a river, deepening concern after a similar incident days earlier. The tragedy highlights the danger of fast-moving waterways in rural communities.
Merchants at Merca Panamá expect some product prices to ease after cargo transport was added to the fuel subsidy. The move could lower logistics costs and eventually benefit consumers.
Panama City and Cartagena share Caribbean ambition, but each has taken a different route to growth. One leans on heritage and tourism, while the other combines business, shopping, and global connectivity.
Panama’s Decree 10 on digital transport platforms has triggered criticism and renewed debate over how app-based ride services should be regulated. The issue pits calls for order against concerns about limiting a growing mobility option.
Panama’s new decree for ride-hailing platforms is drawing sharp criticism for requiring operating permits, transport backing, and taxi-style rules. Opponents say the changes could raise costs, reduce competition, and weaken app-based mobility.
inDrive warned that new transport rules in Panama could affect thousands of drivers and raise costs for users. The changes highlight ongoing tensions over regulation, pricing, and mobility in the country.
Panama faces growing climate and disaster risks, and prevention must replace the old habit of reacting after the damage is done. The country’s economic dependence on logistics makes resilience a national priority.
Panama’s president is facing criticism over frequent travel abroad as many citizens call for stronger attention to domestic problems. The debate is sharpening around whether the government’s “con paso firme” message still reflects reality.
A fatal crash on the Arraiján-La Chorrera highway left one person dead and triggered heavy traffic jams west of Panama City. The incident disrupted one of Panama Oeste’s busiest commuter routes.
Panama has issued a fire warning through April 23 after detecting more heat spots in several provinces. The alert highlights elevated wildfire risk and the need for prevention measures.
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles from its eastern Sinpo area in its seventh launch test of the year, escalating regional tensions again. The move highlights the regime’s continued weapons development and the broader security risks for Asia and beyond.
A food festival at Panama Viejo drew crowds while highlighting Panama’s culinary identity. The event was part of a broader agenda promoted by the Panama City mayor’s office.
The IMA will hold agro-fairs across Panama on April 20 and 21, with affordable products available starting at 8:00 a.m. The events are designed to give households access to lower-cost goods in multiple locations.
Capellanía will celebrate the Festival de la Carreta from April 30 to May 4 with cultural activities, typical music, and local carreteros. The event aims to preserve community traditions and highlight one of Panama’s most iconic rural symbols.
